1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (70 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lada | Wartburg |
Model | 2105 | 311 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |